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Microsoft Word Certification for Paralegals
Master the tools you use every day — and learn how to format faster, cleaner, and with total confidence.
Earn a free certificate by completing three practical, on-demand training modules led by legal technology expert Barron Henley.
- 100% online and self-paced
- Designed specifically for paralegals
- Free certificate upon completion
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Top-tier Microsoft Word expert
Learn from Barron Henley, a nationally recognized legal technology trainer known for making Microsoft Word practical, understandable, and immediately usable.
Self-paced
Pause between modules or complete the entire certification in one sitting, whatever fits your schedule.
Fix formatting at the root
Understand how Styles really work behind the scenes so you can eliminate broken numbering, layout issues, and formatting chaos for good.
Build court-ready tables automatically
Generate accurate Tables of Contents and Tables of Authority using Word’s built-in tools—no more manual updates or last-minute errors.
Save hours with automation tools
Use AutoText, Quick Parts, Macros, and Merge Fields to reduce repetitive drafting and improve consistency across documents.
Meet Your Instructor
Barron Henley
Legal Technology Expert & National Speaker
Barron Henley is a nationally recognized legal technology trainer who has helped thousands of legal professionals master Microsoft Word and other essential tools. Known for his clear explanations and practical teaching style, Barron focuses on helping legal teams work faster, smarter, and with greater confidence.
His training sessions are trusted by law firms and legal organizations across the country.
Who is this certification for?
Paralegals who want to master Microsoft Word and gain real control over the documents they work in every day.
This certification is designed specifically for legal professionals who draft, format, and manage complex legal documents, and want to do it faster and more confidently.
This is for you if:
- You spend hours formatting pleadings, contracts, or briefs.
- You’ve been using manual fixes for numbering, headings, or tables, and want to know how Word can help you automate this.
- You want to improve document consistency, reduce errors, and reduce manual work.
Highlights from legal professionals just like you
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I’ve been a paralegal for 25 years and never knew any of this.
Kristina -
I’ve never learned so much in such a short amount of time IN MY LIFE.
Mandy
3 modules to master the tools you use every day
Module 1
Styles: Word’s Most Complicated Feature, Explained and Demonstrated
If your documents ever behave like they have a mind of their own, this is why.
In this module, you’ll see how Microsoft Word applies Styles behind the scenes, why you can’t fully turn this system off, and how to identify which Style is actually causing formatting chaos.
By the end, you’ll know how to:
- Diagnose formatting issues at the root
- Stop patching problems with manual workarounds
- Create consistent, stable documents using proper Style structure
- Prevent numbering and layout issues before they start
This is the foundation for mastering every other feature in Word.
Module 2
Automatic Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities
Manually building a Table of Contents or Table of Authorities is a recipe for missing items, broken formatting, and incorrect page numbers.
This module walks you through how to generate accurate, court-ready tables using Word’s built-in tools, and how to apply an appellate brief template so references stay clean and consistent.
You’ll know how to:
- Automatically generate a Table of Contents
- Build and update a Table of Authority correctly
- Apply and control citation formatting
- Keep long documents structured and professional
No more last-minute scrambling before filing.
Module 3
Microsoft Word Document Automation Tools
Word includes more automation power than most legal professionals realize.
In this module, you’ll get a clear breakdown of AutoText, AutoCorrect, Quick Parts, Macros, and Merge Fields.
And, you’ll learn how to use these features to:
- Build reusable clauses
- Reduce repetitive drafting
- Minimize errors
- Shave hours off your document preparation time
These are the tools that turn Word from a basic typing program into a true drafting engine.
MS Word paralegal certification FAQs
How much does this Microsoft Word certification cost?
This certification is completely free!
Who is this certification designed for?
This certification is for paralegals who draft, format, and manage complex legal documents, and want to do it faster and more confidently.
How long does it take to complete this certification?
The modules can be completed at your own pace. Pause between modules or complete the entire certification in one sitting.
Is this certification CLE/CPD eligible?
No, these sessions are not eligible for CLE/CPD.
How do I sign up for this certification?
You can [enroll here] and complete the certification at your own pace.
Will I receive a certificate at the end of the program?
Yes! You will receive a formal certificate recognizing your successful completion of this Microsoft Word certification.